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17 Signs of Parental Alienation

Parental alienation is a deeply troubling and damaging phenomenon that occurs when one parent, either consciously or unconsciously, manipulates and influences a child to reject, avoid, or fear the other parent without any substantial or justifiable reason. This typically involves the use of various tactics and strategies, such as negative comments, false accusations, or exaggerated claims about the other parent, designed to alter the child's perception and feelings towards them. This form of psychological manipulation can have grave and lasting consequences, leading to significant emotional distress and behavioral issues for the child.

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